NORMAN SAUNDERS (American 1906 - 1988). Newscast, Marvel Science Stories cover, April/May 1939. Oil on canvas. 28 x 18.5... (Total: 2 Items)

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NORMAN SAUNDERS (American 1906 - 1988)
Newscast, Marvel Science Stories cover, April/May 1939
Oil on canvas
28 x 18.5 in.
Signed lower left
This cover scene illustrated the lead story by Harl Vincent for Marvel Science Stories, Volume 1, #4, April/May, 1939, a copy of which is included here.
Painting was reproduced on page 43 of The Frank Collection: A Showcase of the World's Finest Fantastic Art by Jane and Howard Frank.

Exhibited:
The inaugural group show at the Science Fiction Museum, Seattle, Washington, 2004.
From the Frank Collection.

More information about NORMAN SAUNDERS. See also: Saunders, Norman, Norman Saunders, Norm Saunders Artist.

Condition Report*: This piece has been framed to an overall size of 30" x 21". The piece has been cleaned and relined; otherwise, the art is in Excellent condition.

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